Its all up to the yard you sell to. My yard has two grades of copper, #1 and #2. That covers all clean copper. Wire that is considered #1 copper is larger than a pencil lead and no solder or other foreign objects. Stranded wire is #2. I guess if the individual strains were larger than a pencil lead then it would be #1. The "bright" classification does not apply at my yard.
Mostly you want to ensure you bring in "clean" metal in order to get the best price. "Dirty" metal for example would be Al with steel screws. You get far less for dirty anything. Keep reading the old posts it will get clearer as you gain experience.
When you go to you local yard to sell your copper take the time to ask questions. If you don't like the price or how you are being treated don't be afraid to put you stuff back in you vehicle and go somewhere else.
All your questions have been discussed in great detail in previous posts so please read more. I am certain you will learn a lot and be happy you did. Mike.
I will keep hunting the threads and tomorrow I'll talk to my yard.
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